• Job Description

  Req#: 523699

  CORPORATION COMMISSION The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) is one of the most unique state agencies in Arizona and one of only 13 public utility commissions in the country where commissioners are elected. Established by the Arizona Constitution, the ACC is a medium-sized agency with offices in Phoenix and Tucson. Our mission is diverse—spanning utility rate making; securities registration and enforcement; rail and pipeline safety; and corporate business filings—and we boast an average employment tenure of nearly 10 years. Learn more by visiting www.azcc.gov.

  PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER

  Job Location:

  Address: 1200 W. Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85007

  Posting Details:

  Anticipated Hiring Salary: $60,000 - $65,000
  

  Grade: 22
  

  Job Summary:

  You are responsible for enhancing communication and public outreach on behalf of the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) and its Commissioners. You will seek out information to tell our story, developing public information campaigns for divisions and elected officials and preparing agency communication materials.

  Job Duties:

  You will write and distribute news releases, respond to media requests, and serve as the ACC spokesperson in what are often highly sensitive or complex cases. This position is also involved in enhancing our social media presence and providing dynamic content for the employee intranet and external website.

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

  - Professional experience performing public relations or related communications work, including writing and editing a variety of materials
  - Knowledge of media relations and government communications
  - Excellent public speaking skills
  - Knowledge of public information laws and practices at local, state, and federal levels
  - First-rate writing skills, with the ability to convey a consistent message in multiple formats (including press releases, social media, communications materials)
  - Ability to learn emerging communication and media technology to effectively disseminate information
  - Ability to establish positive relationships with elected officials, staff, media personnel, and the public
  

  Selective Preference(s):

  N/A

  Pre-Employment Requirements:

  Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of an employment/reference check and confirmation of any degrees/certifications.
  A.R.S. Section 40-101 prohibits Commission employees from having certain financial interests in entities that the Commission regulates. Applicants shall be required to disclose any interests they may have in the regulated entities during the application process, and as a condition of employment, to divest themselves of any prohibited interests.

  All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

  Benefits:

  - Excellent comprehensive benefits, including a top-ranked retirement plan, low-cost health coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short-term disability, generous paid vacation and sick leave programs, and Paid Parental Leave for those who qualify
  - Free parking; carpooling resources and incentives; fully subsidized public transit
  - Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources; qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
  - Interesting, challenging work in a public sector environment with the chance to make a real difference in our state
  - We are a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer
  

  Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

  Retirement:

  This position qualifies for participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) defined benefit pension.

  Contact Us:

  If you have any questions, please email HumanResources@azcc.gov for assistance.

• About the company

  Arizona is on a mission to become the #1 state in the nation in which to live, work, play, get an education, and retire. Arizona state government plays a vital role in making this happen, and in order to maximize our potential the State of Arizona must operate in way that demonstrates a business-like approach. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join the team.

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